2003 Opel Meriva vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Meriva (101 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Meriva | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Meriva | 2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
